U of A unveils beautiful ‘Eaglechild’ sculpture
By Regan Treewater (ANNews) – On June 20, one day before National Aboriginal Day, the University of Alberta’s Faculty of Extension proudly presented its newest…
Education, Training
Education and incentive are a winning combination to success
By Terry Lusty (ANNews) – Historically, employment in the workforce was never really an issue. Aboriginal people trapped, hunted, fished and gathered to support their…
Free Youth Conference kicks off today – in conjunction with the World Indigenous Games
(Treaty 6 Territory, July 5, 2017) – In conjunction with the World Indigenous Nations Games 2017 being held in Maskwacis today, there will also be…
Reconciliation Week in Edmonton builds important bridges
By Terry Lusty (ANNews) – Two years have come and gone since the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s (TRC) Closing Ceremonies in Ottawa drew attention to…
Edmonton Public School Board celebrates its Indigenous Graduates
By Regan Treewater-Lipes (ANNews) – For the past ten years the Edmonton Public School Board (EPSB) has celebrated the outstanding accomplishments of First Nations, Métis…
Boxing Champion Jelena Mrdjenovich delivers keynote address to Amiskwaciy Grads
by John Copley (ANNews) – The final speaker at the Amiskwaciy Academy Graduation Ceremony held on June 8 at the Edmonton Inn, was boxing sensation,…
Warm wishes and words of wisdom for Amiskwaciy Academy 2017 graduates
by John Copley (ANNews) – On Thursday June 8, Amiskwaciy Academy hosted its 2017 Graduation Ceremony and Dinner; this year’s celebration was held in the…
NorQuest College honours its Indigenous Achievers with a special ceremony
by John Copley (ANNews) – On May 23 NorQuest College hosted its second annual Indigenous Achievement Ceremony, a college-launched initiative that recognizes the achievements of…
INDSPIRE calls on Canadians to mark Canada 150 + and support Indigenous students
SIX NATIONS OF THE GRAND RIVER, ON, June 15, 2017 /CNW/ – Indigenous students given financial support for post secondary education have a 96 per cent…
Northern Lakes College responds to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action
(June 2017) – Northern Lakes College is taking an active leadership role by hosting cultural awareness training for staff, students and the general public. On…